Fendley Lake Dam South Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fendley Lake Dam South, located in Fort Gaines, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for fire protection, stocking, and as a small fish pond.


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Summary

With a height of 24.1 feet and a hydraulic height of 22.6 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 149 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 88 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Flat Creek and has a drainage area of 811 square miles, serving as a vital resource for water management in the region.

Despite being unlisted as a state-regulated structure, Fendley Lake Dam South undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in June 2019. The dam's hazard potential is deemed low, with a moderate risk assessment score. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, the structure is considered to be in a generally stable state. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam ensures the controlled release of water in case of emergency, contributing to the overall safety and resilience of the surrounding area.

As an essential component of the local water infrastructure, Fendley Lake Dam South plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Clay County, Georgia. With its strategic location and operational capacity, the dam serves as a key asset for fire protection, stock, and recreational activities, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such critical infrastructure for the community's well-being and environmental sustainability.

Dam Length

570

Dam Height

24.1

River Or Stream

Flat Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10.1

Hydraulic Height

22.6

Drainage Area

811

Nid Storage

149

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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